Photograph of author David Quantick's book "Imagine a Friend"

I love reading @quantick.bsky.social books and this one really put a smile on my face. Looking forward to the next one

Someone just described a piece of political chicanery as Putinesque and now I can't stop thinking about pasta.

There is the suspicion that production meetings involved liberal use of the word “females”. 👏👏👏😆

Spat deepens between Elon Musk and Ryanair's O'Leary Musk and Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary have called each other

OMG. 2 people I absolutely loathe. I can't... I don't know what to... Aargh! Don't. Make. Me. Side. With. O'Leary... I need to lie down, my head hurts. share.google/nCHEQfFjdbeE...

Watching the Simon Cowell doc series on Netflix and noticed his company name Syco. Good name I thought but by rights his name is SImon not SYmon so it should really be... oh, right, fair enough.

Not me (yet) but just replying to say I'm sorry, it sounds shit, and I hope you feel better soon. 💐🍇

Preparing the 2nd episode of Charlie Higson's interview on the Offcuts Drawer podcast, and the transcription app has renamed his 2015 revival of that well-known fantasy drama series starring Vic'n'Bob: RANDOM HOT COAT DECEASED. Which I quite like actually.

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Fast Show's Charlie Higson: The Projects That Didn't Make It Fast Show star, James Bond novelist, writer of TV drama, thrillers, sketch comedy & more, shares the writing that didn't make it and what happened next.

Final episode of the podcast is a 2 parter. Charlie Higson has had such a varied and interesting career that there were too many projects to fit into one hour. So this is Part 1. Also featuring the largest cast so far. Enjoy. And please share 🙏offcutsdrawer.com/charlie-higson-1

Don't suppose you'd fancy having another "unmissable conversation" on my podcast? offcutsdrawer.com 🙏 Love to have you as a guest and your name has already been brought up in one episode. Follow back or DM me your email.

Lookee here. Purdy river sunset. So purdy I couldn't choose which shot to post so please enjoy all three. #purdy

Thanks Simon. Should have credited you in my repost but still getting to grips with this stupid phone app... anyway, sorry and thank you 🙏

Fascinating thread. And that's EXACTLY what my podcast The Offcuts Drawer is all about. Will be taking notes - and may have found some guests for the next series... offcutsdrawer.com

Hey TV comedy producers! Writer here... with a climate-based sitcom pitch.
I spy the below initiative - for a duo of writer + producer.
Fancy joining me to apply, to fix the twin issues of CLIMATE and PEOPLE NEED TO LAUGH?
My people (me) are (is) ready to take your call (or DM)
okre.org/okre-fund/

A brief but important piece of advice that Jonathan Lynn would give his younger self, which applies more than ever today. Hear the whole episode: offcutsdrawer.com/jonathan-lynn

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Seriously guys. T SHIRTS and MUGS too. It's so brilliantly done, such a fantastic idea for a gift, and calendars are fine but don't suit every potential recipient. Plus more £££ for you. I WANT A SET OF THESE MUGS.

Jonathan Lynn: Screenwriter, Film Director, Actor & Novelist The creator & writer of Yes Minister shares clips of the abandoned projects & rejected screenplays along the way to his Hollywood success & beyond.

The comedy legend Jonathan Lynn (Yes Minister, On The Buses, Harry Worth - Harry Worth! - and films like My Cousin Vinny) shares the projects that were less successful & talks about his life offcutsdrawer.com/jonathan-lynn His 1st pro acting job was on BROADWAY with Cleese & Chapman pre-Python ffs

Having problems making a particular decision? Not got a tossable coin to hand? I made this to help you... voracle.base44.app

Bernadette Strachan, Novelist - The 7 Voices of Bernadette Bernadette, with 28 published novels, shares some of her more outlandish, unexpected writing from projects that never made it... but still led to success.

Back after a short break. New writing podcast ep out, featuring multi-nom-de-plumed novelist Bernadette Strachan and an acting cast of @emmabclarke.bsky.social Beth Chalmers, Marcus Hutton, Noni Lewis and Shash Hira. offcutsdrawer.com/bernadette-strachan

Preach.

Hmm... this rings a bell... Old Fools podcast with Ian and @quantick.bsky.social - lots of entertaining grumpiness (and mucho swears, be warned) Have a listen why don't you.

Always.

The Offcuts Drawer: Top Writers Share Their Best Worst Ideas Podcast where successful writers share their rejected scripts & unfinished writing. Performed by actors. Hosted by Laura Shavin.

May I suggest offcutsdrawer.com It's about writers rather than specific books, but often books are discussed.

Google recipes. Find one that looks tasty & has 50+ good reviews. Check ingredients, method & then read reviews: "swapped the salmon for chicken, even better", "lime makes it too sweet, used soy sauce instead" "Replaced tomato with chocolate, makes a tasty dessert".... I mean, what's the point??

See the funny faces! Well, the faces aren't funny but their voices say things that are & this is what the voices look like. There are some very entertaining scripts in this episode by BBC's Ed Reardon. Find out why they went awry and more... Also JUNE WHITFIELD
offcutsdrawer.com/christopher-douglas

The Way It Is, 4x series on R4, early 00's. Simon Evans was presenter Richard Richard, I was co-prez Lolly Swain + all other F parts (loads) Dave Lamb (Come Dine With Me) & Chris Pavlo played the rest. Writers on here @simonblackwell.bsky.social @jonholmes.bsky.social @dannyrobins.bsky.social + more

What would you do if the great June Whitfield insisted to you that the Beatles' heyday was during World War II? (No, obvs she's alive in this scenario smartarse) This is what @chdouglas.bsky.social did, very resourceful I thought. Hear the full episode here: offcutsdrawer.com/christopher-douglas

This looks fantastic, and what a great idea for a Xmas prez for the discerning coolhunter d'un certain age. Also I really want these designs available as posters, t-shirts and mugs - make it happen Q 🙏

The Fabulous Fails of Comedy Writer Christopher Douglas The writer & voice of BBC Radio 4's Ed Reardon's Week shares the comedy scripts that missed the mark, got rejected by commissioners or still remain unfinished.

Fan of Crossroads? Old-time British comedy greats? New-time Radio 4 curmudgeon Ed Reardon? This episode is right up your street. Christopher Douglas shares the comedy scripts the BBC turned down (the fools!) and tales of working with June Whitfield and beyond. offcutsdrawer.com/christopher-douglas